Drag artists who crashed Donald Trump's first Kennedy Center show want him to know: 'You can’t erase us'
“Knowing he would be there made my attendance more crucial," drag queen Mari Con Carne told The Advocate.
June 12 2025 8:39 AM
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Arts & Entertainment
In the Arts & Entertainment section, The Advocate brings readers all the latest news on Hollywood, Broadway, and beyond. From New York to Los Angeles, The Advocate shines a spotlight on the stars of the screen who are lending their voices to support the LGBT community, as well as gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals who are moving the cultural needle. Discover A-list interviews, the best gay movies and reviews of theater, music, books and television. Learn how Arts & Entertainment can shape national dialogue and can work to advance equality.
Everyone knew Pee-wee, but few knew Paul Reubens. His lesbian sister talks about her very private brother
Abby Rubenfeld, a pioneering LGBTQ+ rights attorney, says Paul Reubens never stopped being her brother or the best version of himself, even if he had to keep parts of himself hidden.
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June 11 2025 6:30 AM
Here's what the Oscar-winning screenwriter of 'Milk' has to say about taking Harvey Milk's name off navy ship
This is the time to lock arms with other marginalized people, which is what Harvey Milk would do, Black says.
June 09 2025 8:12 PM
Hate crime or neighborhood feud? Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing
In the midst of a feud with his suspected killer, Joss dealt with the loss of his house and pets, financial hardships, and substance abuse.
June 06 2025 6:35 PM
San Antonio police were 'premature' in saying Jonathan Joss's murder wasn't a hate crime, police chief says
"We issued a statement the day after Jonathan Joss's murder that was way, way, way premature. Shouldn't have done it," Police Chief William McManus said.
June 06 2025 12:03 PM
Galantis says 'love will conquer always' as he gears up for special WorldPride performance
The popular music producer is promising a DJ set that'll be unlike any other.
June 06 2025 11:58 AM
Paris Hilton wants all queer people to show fervent Pride: 'Celebrate with people who love you'
The global icon is giving back to the LGBTQ+ community at a time it's needed most.
June 05 2025 2:30 PM
Eugene Levy reflects on fatherhood with a gay son, ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ and strategic allyship
The Emmy-winning actor spoke with The Advocate before he accepted Equality PAC's Nancy Pelosi Equality Ally Award at a gala.
June 05 2025 1:22 PM
Rita Ora taps her inner sexy and brings 'Heat' to WorldPride
The bisexual singer tells Ricky Cornish she's ready to give back to the LGBTQ+ community at the WorldPride Music Festival.
June 04 2025 2:34 PM
'L Word' alums Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig wrote the book on queer friendship...literally
In their new dual memoir, the longtime costars and best friends reflect on their over two-decade bond and how "platonic love is incredibly powerful" in queer lives.
June 04 2025 8:00 AM
MARINA reveals why the 'gays are more evolved than straight people'
The pop princess discusses her new album and upcoming tour, and shares some words of encouragement for folks struggling with the current times.
June 03 2025 4:15 PM
Cynthia Nixon calls out 'sanitization and corporatization' of Pride at Advocate event
"I think we don't need these people coming in and trying to steal our glitter and our glory and our spotlight," Nixon said.
June 03 2025 11:24 AM
Ariana Grande & Pedro Pascal among 100 celebrities asking Congress to save LGBTQ+ youth 988 hotline
Over 100 celebrities are calling on Congress to secure funding for a hotline that supports LGBTQ+ youth considering suicide.
June 02 2025 4:41 PM
Andy Cohen's high-end furniture sale benefits LGBTQ+ cause
From a Marcello Fantoni lamp to a Ralph Lauren denim sofa, these items hold memories and now can be yours...for a price.
May 31 2025 4:02 PM
Straight DJ duo SIDEPIECE wants LGBTQ+ partiers to shake it at WorldPride — right after protesting Trump
“Everybody’s got an ass,” Dylan Ragland told The Advocate. “So come shake it.”
May 30 2025 12:19 PM
Auli’i Cravalho's new kids' special offers message of kindness in exclusive clip
Apple TV+ calls the special "an empowering pop musical family event about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self."
May 30 2025 10:23 AM
Sir Ian McKellen to host Shakespeare play with all trans and nonbinary cast
The rehearsed reading of Twelfth Night will be produced by the new trans and nonbinary theater company, Trans What You Will.
May 28 2025 5:22 PM
J.K. Rowling uses Harry Potter wealth to fund anti-transgender organization
Harry Potter profits are going directly to anti-transgender legal cases.
May 28 2025 11:52 AM
The Kennedy Center may ban drag but will feature a lot of men in dresses this season
Donald Trump ordered a ban on drag shows at the Washington, D.C., venue, but programmers under Ric Grenell managed to find a lot of plays where drag plays a central role.
May 25 2025 10:56 PM
In western Kentucky, the only all-lesbian film festival in the U.S. is thriving
Cinema Systers is a declaration that lesbian voices belong, and they deserve to be heard in rural places too.
May 24 2025 6:00 AM